Still life Jewellery

Risk Assesment

Assessment Reference:	Mannequin	Activity Description:	Photo - Shoot
Date:	20th September
Student	Teegan Phillips	Review Date:
Assessment Team Members:		Overall Potential Risk Factor:	4,4,4,2,4
Course Details:	ED Photography
		Number of People Exposed:	2
		Names of People Exposed:	Ellie Fawthrop, Molly Jones
Building-Place & Exact Location	Judy Woods - Wyke	Is This An Acceptable Risk?	Yes as there is not a lot of high risk and nothing more we could do about lowering the risks.

Hazard	Persons At Risk and How	Existing Control Measures What are you currently doing to prevent it?	Probability	Severity	Risk Level	Additional Control Measures What else do you need to do?	Probability	Severity	Risk Level
Slip	Water/puddles	Warning wearing suitable footwear	3	3	6	Avoid water when needed	2	2	4
Foliage	Slipping on leaves	Suitable footwear	3	3	6	Avoid foliage	2	2	4
Tripping	Stones	Warn about stones	3	3	6	Be extra careful	2	2	4
Drowning	River/waterfall	Stay well clear of water	2	2	4	Watch out for water	1	1	2
Branches	Falling down	Be observant of surroundings	2	3	5	Look out	1	3	4

Assessment Conclusion

Favourite Jewellery Images

Still Life Images

Evaluation

Evaluation

I enjoyed the mannequin project as I felt I learnt a lot more about fashion photography and more about taking images of models. This project also built my confidence with working with models and taking charge of my own shoot I feel it has helped me to become more independent with my work. I enjoyed that this project was more technical. The only thing I didn’t enjoy about this project was the presentation. I felt I used more technics this project I used depth of field and a lot more angles to what I normally would have. Although I used a lot more angles I feel I still end up picking eye level angles, central images and images with the rule of thirds as these are the images I prefer. If I was to do this project again I would try getting tasks finished on time to allow me to have more time to explore more ideas. Such as another shoot or just exploring different techniques. My inspiration for this project has been Tim Walker. I found his work very interesting and unusual I liked both his projects ‘Like a Doll’ and ‘Mechanical Dolls’. I liked how he wasn’t afraid to be different and think outside the box. The ‘Like a Doll’ project was very interesting I liked the fact the doll was bigger than the model creating the idea the model is the doll. Out of the two shoots the ‘Mechanical Dolls’ was my favourite project of his I liked all the images he shot for it and I liked all the props. Although his work interested me and inspired me in some way I don’t feel it had an impact on my final shoot. My images reflected everyday clothing. I feel he inspired me but I didn’t want to copy his work and went down a more boring route. If I was to do this shoot in the future I would focus on my time managing and try doing something more exciting for a second shoot. 

Contact sheet Mannequin

Task 1b

Location Photography

Location photography varies and can be photos of anything from Lifestyle, People at work, Schools/Colleges and industrial areas. Location Photography is a lot harder than studio photography you have to rely on the lighting, weather, time of day and the equipment you will need for the shoot you’re planning on doing. The time of day is very important as this will affect the lighting of your image, and you need to be prepared for any sudden changes in the lighting or weather. The weather can have a big effect on a shoot. For instance if you are wanting gloomy weather for a shoot it is likely that it will rain, if this is the case you will need clothing changes protection for the equipment and models if you’re using any. For outdoor photography you will need equipment such as a tripod, flash light, camera and spare batteries etc. There is a lot of difference in studio photography as everything is already equipped for you to use in there unlike location photography where you need to make sure you have everything. Location photography is very good for big shoots as you have a variety of space also. 

Scarf Diptych

Mannequin Diptych

Final Images

 This is my first photo from my photo-shoot at Judy Woods. This is one of my favourite images as the lighting is all natural and I haven't felt the need to edit it at all as I think this image is one of the best that I shot. I shot this image at a low angle because I wanted her to be central and level. I wanted to make sure that I captured he body from the front only. I wanted her to sit near wear the children had drawn on the tree trunk. I think this creates a really nice young feel to the image.

This image is my second again like this first this image was shot at a low angle this was because I wanted to capture more of the location in this image.I like how my model is posing and the light that is cutting diagonally through this image. Although the light is shining on her face and making her features less defined, I don't think it does the picture harm I feel that it makes the image. I also think that because of this that in this image the model looks more doll like and like she has just be propped onto the tree.

 This image is one of the darker images. I shot this image at eye level as I wanted to capture her full body. I think this image is different to the other shots of this model. I again like the lighting and think it works well with the darkness of the image.

 In this image I like how it isn't focusing on her face and just her body structure. It relates to how models used to but just used as mannequin. I think in this picture it really shows of the location of where I was shooting. I like how the model is the first thing that hits your eyes but you then go on to looking at the location. The image was shot at a low angel.

 I shot this image on zoom at eye level. I really like this image I think the model looks soft and has no emotion like a mannequin. I used golden section on this image focusing on the model. I think the lighting was perfect for this shot. 

 The proportions of the model and the surroundings in this image work together wonders. The model being smaller than the tree trunks works together well. The tree trunks resemble small twigs making the model look like a tiny doll like figure. I really love this image. The image was taken at a low angle and shot with the rule of thirds.

 This image was shot on zoom and at eye level. I really like the surroundings on this image and I feel in this image the surroundings are more noticeable than the model is because of the proportions. I love the positioning of the model and think everything in this picture works really well together.

 This is one of my favourite images from the shoot. This image was taken at a low but level angle and shot with the rule of thirds. The favourite part of this image for me is the lighting I really like how it cuts across her face. The lighting was very cutting at a lot of angels this particular shoot. I am very happy with the positioning of everything in this image. 

  





 This last image is another darker shot. This image
was taken at a high angle and central. I think this is another
very soft image and I am very happy with the outcome of this image.

Planning

Planning

My shoot will be at Judy Woods I will be going around 1pm-4pm as this is the only time I will have to do my shoot. The lighting will be quite bright whilst I first get there so I am going to try shooting a few in that lighting. Although I initially wanted bright lighting I would also like to get some duller looking images to see which I prefer. The style for my shoot is going to be smart casual. I am using two models one is age 17 and the other age 6. I wanted to use them both because I haven’t fully decided which direction I want to take my final shoot weather I want a younger model or older. Make up will be done by the model herself. The clothing will be picked out by me. The props I may use Umbrella, Handbag and dog. Although I may not use them. I and the models will be making are way to the location by car so there should be no complications apart from traffic if the roads are busy. My time frame is 1pm-4pm but if I need any extra time it shouldn’t be a problem in staying longer. As I have said I want both bright and dull images. To be prepared I will check the weather forecast in advance and that day so I am fully prepared. As I have two models if one doesn’t show up I will just go ahead and do the shoot with the other model. If they both don’t show I will be able to photograph either myself, mum, brother or other family members that will be willing to step in.

Equipment I will need; camera, spare battery, tri pod and lighting if it is very gloomy.

Other clothing is essential if the weather is bad. 


My target audience is for any ages. It doesn't have any images that have anything that needs to be age restricted on. 

Research historical and contemporary